Judges Comment: From the body language and the expression of the bride to the framing of the scene and the toning of the image, everything about this image is superb. It has a wonderfully elegant mood to it. The photographer selected a great untraditional location for this bridal portrait. Itís a beauty.

Judges Comment: Now this is how to frame an image. The photographer used color and space tremendously well. Although the bride is small in the frame, she stands out in the image. Itís both colorful and quiet at the same time.

Judges Comment: What an elegant portrait. The veil envelops the brideís face beautifully and her arms are so delicately placed. Her peaceful smile, along with the subtle toning, makes this an exquisite photograph.

Judges Comment: This image looks like itís out of a Fellini movie with its brick street and European ambience. The photographer captures the expression on the brideís face as she joyfully looks over her shoulder. Itís a fun image as well.

Judges Comment: This portrait works because of several factors: the pleasing expression and delicate hand gesture of the bride, the soft directional side lighting, the unique framing and the effective toning. Itís appealing on many levels.

Judges Comment: The colorful scene makes this photograph work well. The effective use of lighting brings out the bride in the image. Itís an appealing image.

Photographer's Comment: I saw this location by chance but it's very difficult to reach there. I like the texture of the tree and the shadows in the water. We had to climb down the hill and set up the bride and her long-tailed wedding gown. We waited until twilight and put LED light bulb behind the bride and the other one is at the front. The red light is coming from the sunset. It is such a perfect time. We are so lucky that the sky was so clear so as to keep the shadows on the water.

Judges Comment: The circle on the ground combined with the way the brideís dress is draped work to create an appealing portrait. The facial expression is peaceful yet alluring. Itís difference and it works.